Subject: Mixed metaphors

Mixed metaphors:

A metaphor is a figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable. A mixed metaphor is the use of two or more unrelated metaphors that are incongruous or illogical when combined. Here are some mixed metaphors we’ve seen and heard.

[a rock group’s] authenticity strikes a chord with fans.

Mixed metaphors

You have to shoot where the fish are barking.

Mixed metaphors

.. drawing the eye… like a magnet

Mixed metaphors

Butcher goes forward as Ipswich throw their last trump card into the fire.

British commentator
Colemanballs Mixed metaphors

She grabbed the bull by the tail and faced the problem squarely.

Mixed metaphors

We are just scratching the tip of the iceberg.

Mixed metaphors

I'm no Monday morning shortstop.

Mixed metaphors

Till the cows freeze over.

Mixed metaphors

It's so far removed, it goes right over our heads.

Mixed metaphors

Kill two birds with one egg

Mixed metaphors

I was the mother hen to all these little ducks.

Mixed metaphors

If you don't wear your seat belt, you're just a missile waiting to happen.

Mixed metaphors

It would bring the public school system crumbling to its knees.

Mixed metaphors

She’s come out of this one looking like a rose.

Mixed metaphors

If you spill the beans, then you'll open a can of worms.

Mixed metaphors

It’s like looking for a needle in a hayride.

Mixed metaphors

I thought it might be a good idea for you to check base with him.

Mixed metaphors

Bury it under the carpet

Mixed metaphors

Do you follow where I'm coming from?

Mixed metaphors Understanding

He’s like a duck out of water.

Mixed metaphors

As long as that dog hunts, we’ll ride him,

Mixed metaphors